Conner’s Story: First Rib Resection for Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome nearly ended Conner’s dream of playing college baseball — until expert care at CHOP got him back on the field and back on track.
Pediatric Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy Patient Stories
Children with vascular problems get better when different kinds of doctors work together. At CHOP, your child will be cared for by a team that understands all types of vascular conditions in children and teens. When you see our vascular surgery team, you have access to a multidisciplinary group of specialists, including general surgery, nephrology, interventional radiology, cardiology, cardiac surgery, hematology and genetics. From the first visit through every stage of growth, our experts work together to give your child the care they need.
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Gabby’s Story: Renal Vein Transposition Surgery for Nutcracker Syndrome
When Gabby’s side pain turned out to be a rare condition associated with her left kidney vein, called nutcracker syndrome, expert care gave her a second chance at a pain-free childhood.